Memory Care Director (LPN/RN) - Senior Living

Foundry Commercial•Kill Devil Hills, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Spring Arbor of Outer Banks is seeking a compassionate, experienced nurse leader to oversee their Memory Care neighborhood. This role involves leading and overseeing daily operations, providing person-centered care to residents with dementia, and stepping in for hands-on coverage when needed. The ideal candidate will bring clinical excellence and emotional intelligence to interactions with residents, families, and the team, and will build a team grounded in empathy, accountability, and quality care. The position is located in Kill Devil Hills, NC, and is a full-time role.

Requirements

LPN or RN license required
Strong clinical background with a passion for dementia and Memory Care
A leader who brings empathy, clinical excellence, and genuine team support
Flexibility and willingness to step in hands-on when the team needs you
A passion for making a real difference in the lives of residents and families
Must be 21 years of age or older
RN or LPN required and in good standing with state licensing authority
Experience or training in an equivalent setting preferred
General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors
Aptitude and previous experience with Alzheimer’s and memory impaired residents
Experience in and knowledge of diagnoses
Knowledge of medication and administration procedures
Knowledge in diagnostic review of resident falls
Knowledge in skillfully conducting resident assessments and creating appropriate Plans of Care
Educational background in understanding cognitive impairment
Ability to coordinate with medical providers with understanding of physiology
Ability to conduct professional care plan meetings with families as a licensed advocate for resident’s needs
Knowledge of effective supervisory and management practices, techniques, and methods
Knowledge of resources for seniors and of related agencies
Understanding of the social, psychological, and recreational needs of Alzheimer’s and memory impaired residents
Ability to exercise confidentiality following HIPAA guidelines

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all daily operations within our Memory Care neighborhood
Support residents living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia with person-centered, dignified care
Step in to fill shifts and provide hands-on coverage when needed
Bring clinical excellence and emotional intelligence to every interaction with residents, families, and your team
Build and lead a team grounded in empathy, accountability, and quality care
Supervisory role of all MTs, CNAs and other cottage staff
Recruit and hire, manage and direct cottage care staff
Orient, monitor progress and reinforce training of cottage care staff, including state required training
Collaborate with Resident Care Director (RCD) and Executive Director in implementing state regulations as required
Function as part of the management team (manager on duty coverage, presenting the community, planning and participating in staff meetings, planning and implementing marketing and community events)
Develop a care team and residential living environment that supports overall Cottage Care philosophy
Create and coordinate implementation of ongoing person-centered activities and life skills programming
Monitor physician orders to assure follow-through and completion
Audit Medication Administration Records (MAR) and notify pharmacy of changes
Complete resident assessments in a timely manner and train designated team members in assessment skills
Develop and implement resident care plans to meet the needs of residents
Monitor all aspects of the medication administration program
Direct and coordinate resident care service needs in collaboration with care team and community department heads as appropriate